Since 2016 the City of Johannesburg has embarked on an ambitious programme to renovate its iconic but dilapidated buildings throughout its suburbs, and while the 3 Alice Lane building was renovated by its owner, it continued this familiar trend of restoring older buildings in the City. Not only is a restoration significantly more cost-effective than […]
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DURAM’S HABITAT COLOUR COLLECTION
This timeless collection has been carefully curated to offer you a sophisticated and contemporary palette featuring beautifully balanced and harmonious tones. Inspired by the natural habitats of South Africa, these colours will take you on a journey across the breathtaking landscapes and unique flora and fauna our country has to offer. From subtle earthbound neutrals […]
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KEEP ON WALKING
By: Co-Arc International Architects Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa’s walking president, set tongues wagging when he first took office thanks to his habit taking a brisk morning walk. From Gugulethu to Rosebank and the Cape Town seafront, the president hit the pavements, often attracting an entourage of followers. These moments proved more than just an opportunity […]
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WHY SUSTAINABILITY DRIVES WATERFALL’S SUCCESS
New research shows that companies that prioritise Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are more resilient in turbulent times and better able to navigate headwinds. According to the Financial Times, investors have caught onto this trend, and between April and June this year, they injected record sums into sustainable investment funds during the COVID-19 pandemic […]
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a.b.e. CONCRETE PRODUCTS FOR OXFORD PARKS
Concrete enhancing and repair products supplied by a.b.e. Construction Chemicals are being used for the construction of the massive Green Star precinct, Oxford Parks, now being developed in Rosebank by Intaprop with Concor Buildings as the main contractor. (more…)
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WILL AUTOMATION REPLACE ARCHITECTURE?
The digital revolution is having a huge impact on the world. In fact, it’s the platform that has enabled many professions to move online as swiftly as they have, as the globe navigates its way through Covid-19. (more…)
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FLEXA PUTS DOWN ROOTS IN SOUTH AFRICA
We can all agree that Denmark’s design legacy is world-famous. Names like Arne Jacobsen and Hans J. Wegner need no introduction and have been a fundamental part of building this nation’s iconic design heritage. (more…)
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DATABUILD LAUNCHES NEW DIVISION, BUILDCONNECT
As companies scrambled to keep their projects on track in the face of lockdown travel and face-to-face meeting restrictions, virtual meetings rapidly gained acknowledgement as a critical business enabler and one of the best ways to optimise customer engagement in the sales process. (more…)
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NANDO’S HYD ANNOUNCES 2020 FINALISTS
The Nando’s Hot Young Designer Talent Search (HYD) has announced its much-awaited list of finalists for 2020. The popular competition, now in its third iteration, aims to unearth fresh new designs and launch the careers of local emerging creatives. For the 2020 edition of HYD, young designers were asked to create a unique bench that […]
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PG BISON 1.618 EDUCATION INITIATIVE TURNS 28
PG Bison, trusted wood panel manufacturer and proudly South African company, has been running the 1.618 Education Initiative for 28 years. This annual design competition is aimed at third-year architecture and interior design students around South Africa and is written into the curricula of participating educational institutions. It aims to nurture and recognise young talent, introduce students […]
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